The 2nd Annual Apex- Halloween Hustle 5k and Minion Mile is back with your favorite route for the spooky season! More decorations, options to add on extra event gear during your sign-up, festive Halloween music, costume contest, fog machines, free cotton candy and popcorn, and more!     WHO: ALL runners, step counters, and Halloween enthusiast! Fitness levels from first time 5k'ers to experienced athletes, you are all welcome!    WHAT: 3.1 miles of fast changing scenery; starting from the City Rec Dept., through the woods, passing Castle Playground, racing past the East Carrollton soccer fields, and dashing to the turnaround at the Log Cabin. Total elevation of ~250 feet. Perfect for beginners and enough hills to give you a challenge. Many rest areas along the way include park benches and hydration tables.   WHEN:  October 24, 2026: -Minion's Mile (Kids 1 mile): 8:00-8:20am. Halloween Hustle 5k: 8:30am START   WHERE: 110 Lumpkin Dr. Carrollton, Ga. 30117 (City Rec. Dept.) We will begin our race at the top of Lumpkin Dr. near the pavilion. Immediately hoping onto the greenbelt where the entire race will be located. Crossing two roadways: Castle Playground, to log cabin.   WHY:  The most fun you will have participating in a 5k! Decorations, best dressed costume prizes, custom medals, candy, face paint, you name it! Our goal is to leave you with the best 5k experience! AWARDS: TOP 3- 5 Year Age Groups: 12 Groups/ Gender Teenage division, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+ PEACHTREE QUALIFYING RACE